Patrick Dorgu to Man Utd has been delayed. (Image: GETTY)
Patrick Dorgu will have to wait for his debut due to a delay in the Lecce left-wing-back’s £29million transfer, according to reports. looks set to go without his impending first signing as head coach for at least another two games, extinguishing hope of a weekend bow.
Earlier this week, United struck an agreement with Lecce to sign Dorgu for an initial £25m plus £4m in potential add-ons.
Reports later that the 20-year-old was expected in Manchester on Thursday to undergo medical tests and sign his contract.
That offered hope that United supporters could see their new man in action for the first time when Crystal Palace visit Old Trafford in the on Sunday.
Dorgu is set to be fit for selection instantly, having started all 21 Serie A games for which he’s been available for his season.
However, a minor setback has delayed his maiden appearance as a United player until next week at the earliest.
According to , United have been forced to reschedule Dorgu’s medical due to documents and contracts taking longer to sign than planned.
There are no problems with the deal, and the Denmark international could now fly to the UK and complete his checks this weekend.
Patrick Dorgu won’t be making his debut this weekend. (Image: Getty)
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While Dorgu won’t be in action against Palace, he could be in attendance at Old Trafford to watch his new team-mates attempt to win back-to-back games.
United are eyeing a third consecutive victory in all competitions when they visit FCSB in their final Europa League: League Phase match on Thursday night.
The Eagles visit to M16 on Sunday represents the opportunity of a second successive league win for the first time this term – following last Sunday’s 1-0 victory at Fulham.
Dorgu could now be eyeing up next Friday as the date of his debut when Ruud van Nistelrooy returns to Old Trafford with Leicester City in the FA Cup fourth round.
United have already beaten the Foxes twice this season – 5-2 in the Carabao Cup and 3-0 in the .
Ironically, Van Nistelrooy oversaw both definitive triumphs while he was in interim charge after ‘s sacking.
Dorgu’s first outing could come a week later, on February 16, when United return to to face ‘s under-fire side.
Amorim tasted a 4-3 defeat in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals last month but will be confident in avenging that result, especially if he arrives in north London with Dorgu at his disposal.